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Kevin Costner's 'Horizon: An American Saga' Faces Box Office Struggles

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Kevin Costner's film, 'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1,' faced a challenging weekend at the box office, earning $2.4 million and securing the 7th spot, as reported by The Numbers. This marks a setback for the initial installment of Costner's planned four-part Western epic, which had a domestic debut of $11 million on June 28. Despite its promising start, the 3-hour and 1-minute film dropped out of the top 5 in its second weekend.

Following the theatrical release, the digital streaming date for 'Horizon' was announced, with a premiere on premium video on demand scheduled for July 16. Subsequently, the decision was made to pull 'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 2' from its August 16 theatrical release date.

The movie, written, directed, and starring Kevin Costner, portrays a Civil War-era narrative depicting the expansion of the American West. Costner, although the lead, is part of a diverse ensemble cast including Sienna Miller, Sam Worthington, Wase Chief, Michael Rooker, Jena Malone, and Danny Huston.

The movie secured the 7th spot in its opening weekend.
Kevin Costner's film earned $2.4 million at the box office.
Digital streaming date for 'Horizon' set for July 16.

Despite Costner's personal investment of $38 million and additional funding from private investors, 'Horizon' has struggled to meet financial expectations. The film's production budget has been reported variably, with estimates ranging from $50 million to $100 million.

Internationally, 'Horizon: An American Saga - Chapter 1' has generated $1.4 million in ticket sales, contributing to a worldwide box office total of $28.4 million. The film has received mixed reviews, with critics on Rotten Tomatoes giving it a 47% rating, while audiences rated it at 71%.

Despite its challenges, 'Horizon' aims to leverage its premium video on demand release, offering the film for purchase at $24.99 and a 48-hour rental option at $19.99. The platform encourages open and respectful discussions among users, emphasizing the importance of civil discourse and adherence to community guidelines.

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